International journal of molecular sciences

Passive maternal-fetal transfer of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) antibodies has been demonstrated, whilst the degree of transfer depending on the trimester of infection is lacking. Due to neonates' immature im…

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are key enzymes involved in the remodeling of the extracellular matrix (ECM) through the degradation of its components in a controlled endoproteolytic manner. Beyond ECM degradation, MMPs also target plasma …

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are M2 macrophage markers that are modulated by inflammation. A disintegrin and metalloproteinases (ADAMS) and those with thrombospondin motifs (ADAMTS) regulate the shedding of membrane-bound proteins, grow…

Endometriosis involves oestrogen-dependent chronic inflammation and the abnormal proliferation of ectopic endometrial tissue. Conventional hormonal therapies suppress systemic oestrogen, but do not fully address local oxidative and inflamma…

Endometriosis is a disorder characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, leading to dyspareunia, chronic pelvic pain, dysuria, and infertility. The latter has been related to implantation failure associated with a…

This study aims to synthesize contemporary evidence on the benefits, risks, and emerging options in menopausal hormone therapy (MHT), emphasizing the recent literature. A narrative review of peer-reviewed studies and guidelines (up to Septe…

Lipedema is a chronic, estrogen-sensitive adipose tissue disorder characterized by disproportionate subcutaneous fat accumulation, fibrosis, inflammation, and resistance to fat mobilization. Despite its high prevalence, lipedema remains poo…

Endometriosis is a chronic gynaecological disease characterised by endometrial-like tissue found external to the uterus. While several studies have reported strong evidence of a genetic contribution to the disease, studies on the environmen…

Mercury, a prevalent heavy metal, negatively impacts oocyte maturation. However, the exact mechanism by which methylmercury chloride (MMC) affects this process remains elusive. The present study found that MMC administration triggered meiot…

Nociplastic pain has recently been introduced as a third entity for identifying patients suffering from chronic pain that arises from altered nociception, without evidence of peripheral nociceptors activation or alterations of the somatosen…

The glucose metabolism homeostasis in the follicular fluid microenvironment plays an important role in follicular maturation and ovulation, and excessively high or low glucose concentrations have adverse effects on the differentiation of fo…

MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are key regulators of gene expression with critical roles in oncogenic signaling. Endometrial cancer (EC) has been redefined with the identification of POLE-ultramutated tumors which, despite their hypermutated phenotype,…

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition characterised by the presence of endometrium-like tissue outside the uterus. Despite its high prevalence and recent advances in molecular science, many aspects of endometriosis and its patho…

Statins, primarily prescribed for their lipid-lowering effects, have garnered significant attention for their potent anti-inflammatory effects. This review explores the underlying molecular pathways and clinical relevance of statins' anti-i…

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a systemic metabolic and endocrine disorder that significantly disrupts reproductive physiology and endometrial function. In this narrative review, we examine the molecular impact of metabolic and hormona…

Ovarian clear cell carcinoma (OCCC) represents a distinct histological subtype with a high prevalence in Asian populations and poor chemotherapy response. This study investigated molecular interactions between phosphatase and tensin homolog…

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex neuromodulatory network involved in maintaining physiological balance through interactions with various neurotransmitter and hormonal pathways. Its key components-cannabinoid receptors (CBRs)-ar…

Endometriosis is characterized by alterations of the action and control mechanisms that lead to the development of ectopic endometrial tissue. This study aimed to analyze the molecular profile of ectopic endometrium by evaluating the expres…

2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) exposure has long been associated with reproductive dysfunction in males and females even at miniscule levels, which can persist across generations. Given the continued industrial use and detection…

NAC1, a transcription regulator protein associated with cancer, is highly expressed in several tumor types, including ovarian cancer. However, it remains unclear how NAC1 is involved in carcinogenesis. Our previous studies demonstrated that…

Nucleus accumbens-associated protein 1 (NAC1), a cancer-related transcriptional regulator, is overexpressed in several malignancies, including ovarian cancer. However, its role in ovarian carcinogenesis remains unclear. We aimed to investig…

Adenomyosis (AM) is a hormonally responsive uterine disorder defined by ectopic endometrial tissue within the myometrium, causing pain, abnormal bleeding, and subfertility. Non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs)-including microRNAs (miRNAs), long non-cod…

Epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) remains a leading cause of gynecologic cancer mortality. Despite advances in treatment, metastatic progression and resistance to standard therapies significantly worsen patient outcomes. Epithelial-mesenchyma…

Global epidemiological reports indicate a steady increase in the tendency to develop ovarian cancer. The symptoms of ovarian cancer are non-specific, and there is no effective screening tool. Most often, surgery, chemotherapy, and radiother…

This study focuses on the systematization and integration of ovarian cancer multi-omics data, revealing patterns in the application of different omics-based approaches and assessing factors that affect the identification of potential biomar…